The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Santa Maria Airport (RIA) in Santa Maria, Brazil is 11,431 kilometers (7,103 miles / 6,172 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Poland with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:36 in Kraków, it's 08:36 in Santa Maria. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Santa Maria (RIA) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 39° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) and Santa Maria Airport (RIA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.